History

The New York State Association for Women in Administration was established in 1990 to address the lack of women in educational leadership positions. It was the genesis of a group of individuals who met to develop at statewide network, now known as NYSAWA. This group determined to create programs to identify and promote women in leadership.

We believe:

Women make a positive difference as leaders.

Women are catalysts for others to reach their full potential.

Organizations are strengthened by valuing and honoring equity and diversity.

NYSAWA is the largest organization of women school and district administrators in New York State. We are a grassroots organization of women and men from all levels of school and district administration dedicated to using multi-strategy approaches to solving issues women administrators face in the workplace. We seek equity, inclusion, tolerance, diversity, and fair treatment of all.